Community-Engaged Learning (CEL) integrates experiences outside the classroom with an academic curriculum taught within the classroom. As one form of experiential education, community-engaged learning seeks to broaden students’ understanding of course content through activities which are, at the same time, of service to the campus and/or surrounding community. Through structured reflection on their service, students are able to test and deepen their understanding of theoretical approaches in virtually any discipline.
The Allbritton Center for the Study of Public Life provides support and resources for faculty interested in incorporating service learning into their courses. (CELIGs) provide faculty with funds to develop their new community-engaged learning courses. Faculty who teach CEL courses often work closely with the .
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On Saturday, March 1st, Wesleyan hosted its inaugural Community Book Fair, celebrating Black Representation in literature and the media. The event welcomed over 40 families and included tabling, read-alouds, a panel on the importance of diverse literature, and exciting giveaways. Throughout the day, families had the opportunity to meet local Black authors, businesses, and organizations…
Now in its second year, the Jewett Center for Community Participation (JCCP) hosted three Community Campus Days (CCD) during the 2024-25 academic year, each highlighting a unique theme鈥擫egends, Heroes, and Heritage. CCD offers participants a chance to visit Wesleyan鈥檚 campus and take part in hands-on workshops, allowing them to explore new interests, develop skills, and…
The JCCP is hosting this event on Saturday, 3/1 10:00am-3:00pm in Fayerweather-Beckham Hall to raise awareness about the importance of diversity in children’s literature and media. The event will include tabling authors, vendors, and organizations, workshops, author readings, panels, a drumming circle, and giveaways. There will be offerings for all ages. We invite everyone to…
